This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and fellowship with other MCS couples. RSVP today (click left). It's a fabulous memory making evening and great date night. You'll be talking about it until next year's auction.
Dance To The 80's Tunes of Flashback Heart Attack
Couples will enjoy dancing to Flashback Heart Attack, the best 80's band ever.
They have beautiful dresses starting at $30 -- save your money for the auction! "Borrow" something fun for the evening without missing out on that special item you want to bid on! They're offering $25 off your first rental.
Any Evening Attire you may have in your closet is suitable for the auction.
Committee Tip #2 - Arrive Early!
Take advantage of all the Auction Committee has prepared for our guests! The evening is packed with great opportunities, amazing food, and several surprises. Don't cut your time short - you'll miss a lot!
Auction Bow Making Class - Thurs (3/13) at 8:15AM, MPR
Everyone is invited to the 1st ever Auction Bow Making Class! Come to the MPR right after morning carpool this Thursday and learn how to make BOWS that will adorn all the auction baskets! No experience necessary, just a teachable spirit! :)
We would love to teach you and then you can use your new-found skill to help us beautify our baskets!
Mobile Bidding
Looking Ahead - Auction Update Issue No. 5
In the next Auction Update, we'll be giving you committee tips about finding babysitters and information about the R.S.V.P. Harmony Hotline (i.e. "I don't have a group, who do I sit with?")
Spring Auction Update
March 1, 2014
Issue No. 3
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Beginning next week, students who are spotted on campus wearing their class scientist/inventor button (AND knowing what he/she is famous for) will receive a fun edible treat on the spot. MCS staff will be strategically planted on campus in an attempt to spontaneously reward their participation. Students must be wearing/holding their button to receive the prize.
Parents and students may want to go online together to learn more about their class scientist or inventor. Remind your student(s) to wear his/her class button! Have fun!
Rooms Through Expedia at the Island Hotel
If you plan to stay overnight after the auction, we wanted to let you know that Expedia has a great rate of $156 ($177 w/tax) for an Island King room. Check-in time begins at 3PM. Please call 1.877.261.3523 for more information and to reserve a room. Their policy states that this reservation is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled or changed.
All Hands On Deck - Island Hotel, March 28, 9AM-3PM
We're looking for extra hands to help with set up at the hotel on March 28th between 9AM and 3PM. Stop by the Island Hotel (Fashion Island) as you're out and about during the day. Even 30 minutes would help tremendously. We'll happily and thankfully put you to work - This opportunity is open to men and women alike! Please contact Leslie Ryan at lryans@ca.rr.com or stop by the auction office if you have questions.
Please note that March 28th is a half day of school for students. After School Program care is available until 3:00PM.
Mobile Bidding: Technology Takes Over the Silent Auction
Bring it charged.
Don't forget to bring your cellphone fully charged. All silent auction bidding will be done via your own cell phone! Directions and more information will be sent to you soon.
Spring Auction Update
February 24, 2014
Issue No. 2
Invitations & RSVPs
Invitations were mailed last week. Be on the lookout for yours! Please RSVP at your earliest convenience and no later than March 14th. Thank you.
"S.T.E.M. SPIRIT" & Class Baskets
"Brain Hat" project found on Pinterest.
To raise awareness for STEM, each class has been assigned a famous scientist or inventor as their representative with their classroom auction basket correlating. If you have questions about your student's class basket, contact Kirsten Aleman at 949.887.6821 or kirstenaleman@aol.com or Kristen Morrissey at 714.915.7683 or kristenmmorrissey@earthlink.net.
Make this a learning project for the whole family! Discover more about STEM and your child's class scientist/inventor on Pinterest
In the coming weeks, students will begin learning more about their "class representative" and parent education will be enhanced to raise awareness about S.T.E.M. Spirit!
Donations Accepted Through March 10th!
Donations, gift cards, and gift baskets are now being accepted for this year's auction. As you're out and about don't forget to ask retailers you frequent about supporting Christian education in Orange County. Feel free to present the enclosed Acquisitions Letter to those you speak to about giving a donation to our school.
Drop off your donations with the receptionist in the front lobby. Include a completed donation form with each gift.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Debra Biagiotti, Acquisition Chairman, at auctionoffice@mcs-school.org or call 714.437.1700, ext. 150.
Thank you for your participation!
Spring Auction Update
February 7, 2014
Issue No. 1
Mariners Christian School
An Initiative For 21st Century Learners
Background
Over the past twenty five years, Mariners Christian School has grown into a model of academic excellence and a leader among Southern California Christian schools. MCS students consistently perform at a level that places the school within the top 10% of schools nationwide, a fact that was ........click for continuation
Visit www.stemedcoalition.org for more information about the national STEM Education Coalition.
Calling All Donations & Gift Baskets!
Donations, gift cards, and gift baskets are now being accepted for this year's auction. As you're out and about don't forget to ask retailers you frequent about supporting Christian education in Orange County. Feel free to present the enclosed Acquisitions Letter to those you speak to about giving a donation to our school.
Drop off your donations with the receptionist in the front lobby. Include a completed donation form with each gift.
If you have questions, please feel free to contact Debra Biagiotti, Acquisition Chairman, at auctionoffice@mcs-school.org or call 714.437.1700, ext. 150.
Thank you in advance for your participation!
Volunteer for the Event
We are looking for dedicated volunteers to:
help in the classrooms (with class baskets).
be a table host.
help with decorations.
set up at the event + more.
If you would like to participate, please contact our Auction Chair Darcy Post at darcypost@gmail.com.
Do You Have Extra Baskets - All Shapes & All Sizes?
If so, would you consider contributing them to auction 2014? If so, please drop them off in the front lobby basket provided. They will go to good use as class baskets and varied gift baskets. Thank you for your help in advance.
